Panasonic DMC-FZ70 manual

VQT5B76 M0713KZ0 Owner ’ s Manual for advanced features Digital Camera Model No. DMC-FZ70 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Register online at www .panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only)[...]

Contents VQT5B76 - 2 - Preparations Before use .............................................. 7 Standard Accessories ........................... 9 Names and Functions of Main Parts ... 10 Viewfinder ................................................... 13 Cursor button / [MENU/SET] button ............ 14 Rear Dial ....................................[...]

Contents VQT5B76 - 3 - Using the [Setup] menu ...................... 61 [Clock Set] ................................................... 61 [World Time] ................................................ 61 [T ravel Date] ................................................ 61 [Beep] .......................................................... 61 [Speaker V[...]

Contents VQT5B76 - 4 - T aking pictures by setting the shutter speed [Shutter-Priority] Mode ..................... 109 T aking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed [Manual Exposure] Mode .................. 1 10 T aking pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode .................... 1 12 [Expressive] ........[...]

Contents VQT5B76 - 5 - Using the [Rec] menu ........................ 142 [Photo Style] .............................................. 142 [Aspect Ratio] ............................................ 143 [Picture Size] ............................................. 143 [Quality] ..................................................... 144 [ISO Limit Set][...]

Contents VQT5B76 - 6 - Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen ....................... 183 VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDA VI Control™) ..... 185 Viewing 3D still pictures ............................ 187 Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC ............. 189 About supplied software ............................ 190 Installi[...]

Preparations Before use VQT5B76 - 7 - ■ Camera handling Keep the camera away from excessive vibration, force, or pressure. ● Avoid using the camera under the following conditions, which may damage the lens, LCD monitor , viewfinder , or camera body . This may also cause the camera to malfunction or prevent recording. • Dropping or hitting the[...]

Preparations Before use VQT5B76 - 8 - ■ Always take a test shot first Before important events when you will use the camera (at weddings, for example), always take a test shot to make sure that pictures and sound record correctly . ■ No compensation for missed shots We cannot compensate for missed shots if technical problems with the camera or c[...]

Preparations Standard Accessories VQT5B76 - 9 - Check that all the accessories are supplied before using the camera. ● The accessories and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to Basic Owner ’s Manual. ● A lens hood is not supplied with this unit. ● SI[...]

Preparations Names and Functions of Main Parts VQT5B76 - 10 - ● The illustrations and screens in this manual may differ from the actual product. 1 Self-timer indicator (→86) / AF Assist Lamp (→151) Illuminates when the self-timer is set or when the Auto Focus is operated in dark locations. 2 Flash (→78) Press [ ] to open the flash. 3 Lens b[...]

Preparations Names and Functions of Main Parts VQT5B76 - 1 1 - 12 13 1 1 Shoulder strap eyelet (→16) 12 Speaker (→61) Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger . Doing so may make sound difficult to hear . 13 Stereo microphone (→28, 45) 14 Motion picture button (→45) Record motion pictures. 15 Shutter button (→30) 16 Zoom lever[...]

Preparations Names and Functions of Main Parts VQT5B76 - 12 - 23 LCD monitor (→63, 208) 24 [ ] (Flash open) button (→78) 25 Diopter adjustment dial (→13) T urn the dial to adjust the focus in the viewfinder . 26 Viewfinder ([L VF]) (→13) In this manual, “viewfinder” is used to indicate the L VF . 27 [L VF] button (→13) Use this to swi[...]

Preparations Names and Functions of Main Parts VQT5B76 - 13 - Viewfinder ■ Switching the LCD monitor/Viewfinder ([L VF]) Press [L VF] button Y ou can switch between LCD monitor display and Viewfinder display . • For each of recording mode and playback mode, whether pictures were displayed on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder are memorized. It i[...]

Preparations Names and Functions of Main Parts VQT5B76 - 14 - Cursor button / [MENU/SET] button [MENU/SET] button Mainly used to display menu screens or to set menu items. (→57) Cursor button This button is used to move the cursor on the menu screens and for other functions. (→57) Y ou can perform the following operations while recording. [ISO][...]

Preparations Attaching the Lens Cap/Shoulder Strap VQT5B76 - 15 - Attaching the Lens Cap When you turn the camera off or carry the camera, attach the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens. Pass the string through the hole on the camera Shoulder strap eyelet Pass the same string through the hole on the lens cap • Pass the lens cap through th[...]

Preparations Attaching the Lens Cap/Shoulder Strap VQT5B76 - 16 - Attaching the Shoulder Strap We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. Pass the shoulder strap through the hole at the shoulder strap eyelet • Attach the shoulder strap so that the “LUMIX” Logo is on the outside. Pass the shoul[...]

Preparations Charging battery VQT5B76 - 17 - Always charge before first use! (battery shipped uncharged) ■ About batteries that you can use with this unit It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine products are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately p[...]

Preparations Charging battery VQT5B76 - 18 - ■ Notes on charging time Charging time Approx. 155 min • The charging time indicated above is the time required for charging in case when the battery is completely used up. The time required for charging dif fers depending on conditions of battery usage. Charging takes longer in cases when temperatur[...]

Preparations Charging battery VQT5B76 - 19 - Guidelines for number of recordable pictures and operating time The operating times and number of recordable pictures will differ according to the environment and the operating conditions. For example, in the following cases, the operating times shorten and the number of recordable pictures is reduced. ?[...]

Preparations Charging battery VQT5B76 - 20 - ■ Recording motion pictures (When using LCD monitor) [Rec Format] [A VCHD] [MP4] [Rec Quality] [FSH] [SH] [FHD] A vailable recording time Approx. 160 min Approx. 180 min Approx. 160 min Actual available recording time * Approx. 80 min Approx. 90 min Approx. 80 min * The time you can actually record whe[...]

Preparations Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/ the Battery VQT5B76 - 21 - • Turn this unit of f and confirm that the lens barrel is retracted. • We recommend using a Panasonic card. Slide the release lever to the [OPEN] position and open the card/battery door Battery: Being careful about the battery orientation, insert all the way and[...]

Preparations Inserting and Removing the Card (optional)/the Battery VQT5B76 - 22 - ● Remove the battery after use. (The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged.) ● Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. ● Remove the card or battery after turning this unit off, with the powe[...]

Preparations About the Built-in Memory/the Card VQT5B76 - 23 - The following operations can be performed using this unit: When a card has not been inserted Pictures can be recorded on the built-in memory and played back. When a card has been inserted Pictures can be recorded on the card and played back. When using the built-in memory (access indica[...]

Preparations About the Built-in Memory/the Card VQT5B76 - 24 - ● While the camera is accessing the card or built-in memory (for an operation such as picture writing, reading, deletion, or formatting), do not turn off the camera or remove the battery , card, AC adaptor (optional) or DC coupler (optional). Do not subject the camera to vibrations, i[...]

Preparations About the Built-in Memory/the Card VQT5B76 - 25 - ■ Recording time capacity (motion pictures) ([h], [m] and [s] indicate “hour”, “minute” and “second”.) When [Rec Format] is [A VCHD] [Rec Quality] 2 GB 32 GB 64 GB [FSH] [SH] 15m00s 4h10m00s 8h27m00s When [Rec Format] is [MP4] [Rec Quality] Built-in memory 2 GB 32 GB 64 GB[...]

Preparations Setting the clock VQT5B76 - 26 - The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. • Before using the camera, remove the lens cap. T urn the camera on • The power lamp lights when you turn this unit on. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step . Press [MENU/SET] Press to select the language, and press [MEN[...]

Preparations Setting the clock VQT5B76 - 27 - ● If the clock is not set, the correct date cannot be printed when you order a photo studio to print the picture, or when you stamp the date on the pictures with [Date Stamp] or [T ext Stamp]. ● If the clock is set, the correct date can be printed even if the date is not displayed on the screen of t[...]

Preparations Tips for taking good pictures VQT5B76 - 28 - Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. • Be careful not to put your fingers on the flash, AF Assist Lamp, microphone, speaker or lens etc. • Be careful not to cover the speaker with your finger . Doing so may mak[...]

Basics Sequence of operations VQT5B76 - 29 - Basics (Continued on the next page) 1 T urn the camera on • The power lamp lights when you turn this unit on. 2 Set to the desired recording mode Rotate the mode dial slowly to select the desired mode. → ■ Basic [Program AE] Mode T ake pictures with automatic shutter speed and aperture value settin[...]

Basics Sequence of operations VQT5B76 - 30 - 3 Use the zoom lever to adjust the range of the picture to be taken (→75) Capture a wider area (wide-angle) Enlarge the subject (telephoto) 4 Aim the camera and shoot ■ T aking still pictures Press the shutter button halfway to focus Press the shutter button fully to take the picture Focus display Pr[...]

Basics Sequence of operations VQT5B76 - 31 - 5 Play back pictures Press the Playback button Press to select a picture to be displayed ■ Viewing motion pictures Select a picture with the motion picture icon, and press . 6 T urn the camera off[...]

Basics T aking pictures with your own settings [Program AE] Mode VQT5B76 - 32 - T ake pictures with automatic shutter speed and aperture value settings. Using the [Rec] menu to change settings and set up your own recording environment. Set to [ ] ([Program AE] Mode) T ake a picture Press halfway (press lightly to focus) Press fully (press the butto[...]

Basics T aking pictures with your own settings [Program AE] Mode VQT5B76 - 33 - Program Shift The function for maintaining the same exposure (brightness) while changing the shutter speed and aperture value combination is called “Program Shift”. Y ou can use “Program Shift” to take pictures by adjusting the shutter speed and aperture value e[...]

Basics T aking pictures with your own settings [Program AE] Mode VQT5B76 - 34 - ■ Example of Program Shift 2.0 2.8 4.0 5.6 8.0 1 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 1 12 14 13 1 1/2 1/4 1/8 1/15 1/30 1/60 1/125 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 1/4000 15 16 17 18 19 20 (Aperture value) (Ev) * (Shutter speed) Program Shift amount Program Shift diagram Program Shift [...]

Basics How to adjust focus VQT5B76 - 35 - When [AF Mode] is set to [ ] (1-area-focusing), focus on the AF area in the center of the picture. If a subject you want to record is not in the center , follow the steps below . First adjust focus according to subject Align the AF area with the subject Hold down halfway Focus display ( When focus is aligne[...]

Basics T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode VQT5B76 - 36 - This mode is recommended for those who want to point and shoot or beginners as the camera optimizes settings to match the subject and recording environment. Set to [ ] ([Intelligent Auto] Mode) T ake a picture Press halfway (press lightly to focus) Press fully (p[...]

Basics T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode VQT5B76 - 37 - Automatic Scene Detection Camera reads scene when pointed at subject, and makes optimum settings automatically . The icon of scene detected When taking pictures [i-Portrait] [i-Night Portrait] * 2 (Only when the flash is opened) [i-Baby] * 1 [i-Night Scenery] * 2[...]

Basics T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode VQT5B76 - 38 - Defocusing the background Y ou can also use [Intelligent Auto] Mode to adjust background defocusing easily , as with in [Aperture-Priority] mode. Press the rear dial • The adjustment screen is displayed. Rotate the rear dial to adjust the background defocusing [...]

Basics T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode VQT5B76 - 39 - About flash Open the flash to use the built-in flash. (→78) ● Set to [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] depending on the subject and brightness. ● When [ ] or [ ] is displayed, the [Red-Eye Removal] function is activated to automatically detect red-eye and correct the pi[...]

Basics T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode VQT5B76 - 40 - [Motion Deblur] [Motion Deblur] automatically sets the optimum shutter speed in accordance with the movements of the subject to minimize the blur of the subject. It is preset to [ON] with this unit. • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) ● When [Mo[...]

Basics T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode VQT5B76 - 41 - [iHDR] When there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, [iHDR] records multiple still pictures with differing exposures and combines them to create a single still picture rich in gradation. It is preset to [ON] with this unit. ?[...]

Basics T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode VQT5B76 - 42 - AF T racking In [Intelligent Auto] Mode, you can select [AF T racking] in [AF Mode] in a single operation. When [AF T racking] mode is used, the camera can continuously focus on a subject and adjust the exposure of the subject even when the subject is moving. Pre[...]

Basics T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode VQT5B76 - 43 - [Intelligent Auto Plus] Mode When [Intelligent Auto Plus] (iA+) mode is selected, you can easily adjust the brightness and coloring, in addition to the background defocusing, without compromising the user- friendly operation of the [Intelligent Auto] Mode. ■ Sw[...]

Basics T aking pictures with automatic settings [Intelligent Auto] Mode VQT5B76 - 44 - ■ Adjusting brightness, coloring, and background defocusing Press the rear dial • The adjustment screen is displayed. Press to select an item to adjust Adjusts brightness. Adjusts background defocusing. Adjusts coloring. • [AUTO] is displayed in the icon du[...]

Basics Recording motion pictures VQT5B76 - 45 - Y ou can record motion pictures with audio (stereo). Press the motion picture button to start recording Do not block the microphone when recording motion pictures. Recording state indicator Elapsed recording time Remaining recording time (approx.) [Rec Format] (→157) / [Rec Quality] (→158) ● It [...]

Basics Recording motion pictures VQT5B76 - 46 - ■ About the recording format for recording motion pictures This unit can record motion pictures in either A VCHD or MP4 formats. A VCHD: Y ou can record high definition quality images with this format. It is suitable for viewing motion pictures on a high-resolution TV or for saving them to a disc. M[...]

Basics Recording motion pictures VQT5B76 - 47 - ● We recommend using a tripod and self-timer when you record motion pictures using high zoom magnification. ● It is recommended to use a fully charged battery or AC adaptor (optional) when recording motion pictures. ● If while recording motion pictures using the AC adaptor and the power supply i[...]

Basics Recording motion pictures VQT5B76 - 48 - Recording still pictures while a motion picture is being recorded Still pictures can be recorded even while a motion picture is being recorded. Press the shutter button fully during the motion picture recording Still pictures can be taken while a motion picture is being recorded. [Aspect Ratio] [Still[...]

Basics Viewing your pictures ([Normal Play]) VQT5B76 - 49 - When a card is in the camera, pictures are played back from the card, and without a card, pictures are played back from the built-in memory . Press the Playback button Press to select a picture to be displayed • When you press and hold the button, the pictures are displayed one after ano[...]

Basics Viewing your pictures ([Normal Play]) VQT5B76 - 50 - Zooming in and viewing “Playback Zoom” Move the zoom lever toward T side Current zoom position • Each time you move the zoom lever toward the T side, the magnification increases through four levels: 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x. (The picture quality displayed becomes successively lower .) •[...]

Basics Viewing your pictures ([Normal Play]) VQT5B76 - 51 - Viewing a list of pictures “Multi Playback” Move the zoom lever toward W side Picture no./T otal no. • Move the zoom lever toward the W side and you can switch the display methods in the following order: 1-picture screen (full-screen) → 12-picture screen → 30-picture screen → C[...]

Basics Viewing your pictures ([Normal Play]) VQT5B76 - 52 - Viewing pictures by their recording date [Calendar] Move the zoom lever toward W side several times • If there were no pictures recorded during a month, that month is not displayed. Press to select recording date and press [MENU/SET] • Press [ ( Q.MENU)] button to return to the calenda[...]

Basics Viewing motion pictures VQT5B76 - 53 - This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the A VCHD, MP4 and QuickTime Motion JPEG formats. Select a picture with the motion picture icon, and press Playback now starts. (After playback starts, the elapsed playback time is displayed on the screen.) Motion picture recording time Example) 10 m[...]

Basics Viewing motion pictures VQT5B76 - 54 - Capturing still pictures from motion pictures Save a scene from a motion picture as a still picture. Display the picture that you want to capture as a still picture by pausing a motion picture during playback Press [MENU/SET] • A confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Y es], the operation is[...]

Basics Deleting pictures VQT5B76 - 55 - Pictures will be deleted from the card if the card is inserted, or from the built-in memory if the card is not inserted. (Deleted pictures cannot be recovered.) However , pictures will not be deleted in the following cases. • Protected pictures • Card switch is in “LOCK” position. • Pictures not of [...]

Basics Deleting pictures VQT5B76 - 56 - T o delete multiple (up to 50)/T o delete all pictures Press [ ( Q.MENU)] button while viewing a picture Use to select [Delete Multi]/[Delete All] and press [MENU/SET] ● [Delete Multi] Press to select picture and press [DISP .] button Picture selected • T o cancel → Press [DISP .] button again. • T o [...]

Basics Setting the menu VQT5B76 - 57 - The camera comes with menus that allow you to choose the settings for taking pictures and playing them back as you like. There are also menus that enable you to have more fun with the camera and use it more easily . In particular , the [Setup] menu contains some important settings relating to the camera’s cl[...]

Basics Setting the menu VQT5B76 - 58 - Press or rotate the rear dial to select the menu item Menu items Pages (The pages can also be selected with the zoom lever .) Press or the rear dial Press or rotate the rear dial to select the settings Selected setting Setting items that can be selected Press [MENU/SET] or the rear dial to set Press [MENU/SET][...]

Basics Setting the menu VQT5B76 - 59 - ■ Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu Press Menu type Item Press or rotate the rear dial to select the [Setup] menu icon [ ] Selected menu type Press or the rear dial ● The operation screen examples in this manual may differ from the actual screen display or some pa[...]

Basics Setting the menu VQT5B76 - 60 - Using Quick menu In recording mode, you can quickly change the main settings of a still picture or a motion picture. • The menu items and setting items that are displayed differ depending on the recording mode. Press [ ( Q.MENU)] button Press or rotate the rear dial to select the menu item Menu items Press [[...]

Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT5B76 - 61 - [Clock Set], [Economy] and [Auto Review] are important for clock setting and battery life. Please check these before use. • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Clock Set] Set time, date, and display format. (→26) [World T ime] Set the local time at travel destination. (→141) [T ravel D[...]

Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT5B76 - 62 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Cust.Set Mem.] Register the current camera settings. (→134) [AF/AE LOCK / Fn1] The operation of the [AF/AE LOCK (Fn1)] button can be switched either to the AF/AE Lock function or to the Fn (function) operation to call up the registered function. ■ [...]

Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT5B76 - 63 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Monitor Display] / [Viewfinder] Brightness, color , or red or blue tint of the LCD monitor/viewfinder is adjusted. ■ Settings [Brightness] Adjust the brightness. [Contrast · Saturation] Adjust the contrast or clarity of colors. [Red Tint] Adjust the[...]

Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT5B76 - 64 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [L VF Disp.Style] Set the Live View Finder display . (→74) ■ Settings : Live View Finder style display layout : LCD monitor style display layout [Monitor Disp. Style] Set the display of the LCD monitor . (→74) ■ Settings : Live View Finder style[...]

Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT5B76 - 65 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Histogram] Displays distribution of brightness in picture – e.g. if the graph peaks at the right, this means there are several bright areas in the picture. A peak in the center represents correct brightness (correct exposure). This can be used as a r[...]

Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT5B76 - 66 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Video Rec Area] Enables verification of the recordable area for a motion picture before recording. ■ Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ● Recordable area displayed for motion pictures should be interpreted as a guideline. ● Recording area display may disappe[...]

Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT5B76 - 67 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Expo.Meter] Y ou can set whether to display the exposure meter when operations such as shutter speed and aperture value adjustments or Exposure Compensation are performed. ■ Settings: [ON] / [OFF] Exposure meter ● If the exposure meter is not displ[...]

Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT5B76 - 68 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [MF Assist] Set whether to enlarge the focus point when Manual Focus is used to adjust focus. (→104) [Economy] T urn off the camera or make the LCD monitor go dark while not using the camera to minimize battery consumption. ● [Sleep Mode] The camera[...]

Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT5B76 - 69 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Play on Monitor] Pictures are automatically played back on the LCD monitor after switching from recording mode to playback mode. ■ Settings [ON] Pictures are played back on the LCD monitor . [OFF] Pictures are played back on the viewfinder or the LCD[...]

Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT5B76 - 70 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Reset] Reset to the default settings. ● [Reset Rec. settings?] ● [Reset setup parameters?] ● Information registered in [Face Recog.] is reset if recording settings are reset. ● When [Setup] menu settings are reset, the following settings are al[...]

Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT5B76 - 71 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Output] Change the settings to be used when the camera is connected to a TV or other device. ● [TV Aspect] (This setting performs when an A V cable (optional) is connected.) ■ Settings: / [VIERA Link] Enable automatic linking with other VIERA Link-[...]

Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT5B76 - 72 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Rotate Disp.] Automatically rotate portrait still pictures. ■ Settings ([On]) Rotate pictures on a TV and the LCD monitor/viewfinder so that they are displayed vertically . ([External Only]) Pictures are displayed vertically by rotating when played b[...]

Basics Using the [Setup] menu VQT5B76 - 73 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Format] Use when [Built-In Memory Error] or [Memory Card Error] appears, or when formatting the built-in memory or card. When a card/built-in memory is formatted, the data cannot be restored. Check the content of the card/built-in memory carefully befo[...]

Application (Record) Switching the display of recording information, etc. VQT5B76 - 74 - When you want to check a subject, you can turn off the recording information (such as icons for various settings). Press [DISP .] button to change display • When the menu screen appears, the [DISP .] button is not activated. • Y ou can select between [ ] (v[...]

Application (Record) Using Zoom VQT5B76 - 75 - The zoom lens of this unit allows you to change the focal length from wide-angle, which allows you to record a majestic landscape, to telephoto zoom, which allows you to enlarge a small distant subject. Y ou can also increase the zoom ratio further by changing the setting. Use the zoom lever to adjust [...]

Application (Record) Using Zoom VQT5B76 - 76 - Enlarging a subject further The zoom lens of this unit can zoom in up to 60x (optical zoom). If you use the following functions, you can enlarge the subject even further . ■ Extended optical zoom Zooming in up to 135x is possible when pictures with [ ] have been selected by [Picture Size] on the [Rec[...]

Application (Record) Using Zoom VQT5B76 - 77 - ■ [Digital Zoom] Zoom 5x further than Optical/Extended optical zoom. Note that, with Digital Zoom, enlarging will decrease picture quality . Set the [Digital Zoom] in the [Rec] menu to [ON]. (→149) ● Digital Zoom cannot be used in the following modes: • [Intelligent Auto] Mode • Scene Modes ([...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with the built-in flash VQT5B76 - 78 - Y ou can use the built-in flash to take pictures in dark locations or light up a subject to adjust the contrast of an entire picture when the background is bright. Press [ ] to open the flash ■ Closing the built-in flash When you do not want to use the flash or after usi[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with the built-in flash VQT5B76 - 79 - Changing the setting of the flash Select [Flash] in the [Rec] menu • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) Press to select a type and press [MENU/SET] T ype, operations Uses * 1 [Auto] • Automatically judges whether or not to flash Normal use [Auto/Red-Eye] *[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with the built-in flash VQT5B76 - 80 - ● Y ou can adjust the intensity of the flash using [Flash Adjust.] in the [Rec] menu. (→153) ● Y ou can use [Flash Synchro] in the [Rec] menu to set whether the first curtain sync or the second curtain sync will be used. (→152) ● The effect of red-eye reduction v[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with the built-in flash VQT5B76 - 81 - ■ A vailable types in each mode (○: Available, –: Not available, : Default setting) [Scene Mode] ○ * 1 ○○○○– ○○○ – ○ ○ ○ – – – ○ – – ○○○○– ○○○ – ○ – – – ○ – – – ○○○○○○○○○ * 1 Se[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with Exposure Compensation VQT5B76 - 82 - Corrects the exposure when there is a backlight or when the subject is too dark or too bright. Press the rear dial to set Exposure Compensation to a selected state Exposure Compensation Rotate the rear dial to compensate the exposure Exposure meter Exposure Compensation[...]

Application (Record) Burst function VQT5B76 - 83 - A burst of still pictures can be recorded while the shutter button is pressed fully . Press [ ] Press to select the burst speed and then press [MENU/SET] (→84) • Description of recording conditions suitable for each setting is displayed by pressing [DISP .] button. (Continued on the next page)[...]

Application (Record) Burst function VQT5B76 - 84 - ■ Settings Setting Speed Description No. of pictures * 1 Approx. 2 pictures/sec. • When [ ] or [ ] is set, the focus is fixed to the first picture. • When [ ] or [ ] is set, the focus is adjusted for each picture. • The exposure and White Balance are adjusted for each picture. • The burst[...]

Application (Record) Burst function VQT5B76 - 85 - ● Depending on changes in the brightness of the subject, the second and subsequent pictures may be recorded brighter or darker when using the burst function at the [ ] setting. ● Burst speed may be reduced if shutter speed is reduced in darker locations. ● [Auto Bracket] or [WB Bracket] is re[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with self-timer VQT5B76 - 86 - We recommend using a tripod. This is also effective for preventing jitter when pressing the shutter button or the motion picture button, by setting the self-timer . Press [ ] ( ) Press to select the item and then press [MENU/SET] Item Description of settings [10sec.] Picture is ta[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with self-timer VQT5B76 - 87 - ● When you press the shutter button once fully , the subject is automatically focused just before recording. In dark places, the Self-timer indicator will blink and then may turn on brightly operating as an AF Assist Lamp to allow the camera to focus on the subject. ● Dependin[...]

Application (Record) Setting the Light Sensitivity VQT5B76 - 88 - This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure enables pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming out dark. Press [ISO] ( ) Press to select [Sensitivity] and press [MENU/SET] Settings Description of set[...]

Application (Record) Setting the Light Sensitivity VQT5B76 - 89 - ■ About [ ] (Intelligent ISO sensitivity control) The camera detects movement of the subject and then automatically sets the optimum ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to suit the movement of the subject and brightness of the scene to minimize the jitter of the subject. • The shut[...]

Application (Record) Setting coloring (White Balance) VQT5B76 - 90 - In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye in accordance with the light source. Press [WB] ( ) Press to select t[...]

Application (Record) Setting coloring (White Balance) VQT5B76 - 91 - ■ [A WB] operational range: 10000K 9000K 8000K 7000K 6000K 5000K 4000K 3000K 2000K Cloudy sky (rain) Shade Incandescent lighting Sunset/sunrise Candlelight Sunlight White fluorescent lighting Blue sky K=Kelvin Color T emperature Setting the White Balance manually T ake a picture[...]

Application (Record) Setting coloring (White Balance) VQT5B76 - 92 - Setting the White Balance using color temperature Y ou can set the color temperature manually for taking natural pictures in different lighting conditions. Press [WB] ( ) Press to select [ ] and then press Press to select the color temperature value and press [MENU/SET] • Y ou c[...]

Application (Record) Setting coloring (White Balance) VQT5B76 - 93 - ● When you perform fine adjustments of the White Balance toward the A (amber) or B (blue) side, the color of the White Balance icon displayed on the screen will change to the fine-tuned color . ● When you perform fine adjustments of the White Balance toward the G+ (green) or M[...]

Application (Record) Setting coloring (White Balance) VQT5B76 - 94 - ● When [WB Bracket] is set, [BKT] appears on the White Balance icon. ● The position of the bracket cannot exceed the edge (limit value) of the White Balance fine adjustments. ● When White Balance fine adjustments are performed after the bracket is set, the bracket is used to[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with Auto Focus VQT5B76 - 95 - When Auto Focus is enabled, press the shutter button halfway to focus. Focusing methods differ depending on recording mode and [AF Mode] setting. Press [AF/AF /MF] Press to select [AF] and press [MENU/SET] ■ Switching [AF Mode] Select [AF Mode] from the [Rec] menu • For the se[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with Auto Focus VQT5B76 - 96 - T aking front-on pictures of people (Face Detection) Recognizes faces (up to 15 people) and adjusts exposure and focus accordingly . AF area Y ellow: When the shutter button is pressed halfway , the frame turns green when the camera is focused. White: Displayed when more than one [...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with Auto Focus VQT5B76 - 97 - Automatically locking the focus on a moving subject (AF T racking) Bring the subject to the AF tracking frame, and press [AF/AE LOCK (Fn1)] to lock the subject AF T racking frame When the subject is recognized, the AF Tracking frame changes from white to yellow , and the subject i[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with Auto Focus VQT5B76 - 98 - Subject not centered in picture (23-area-focusing) Focuses on the subject in the wide range area (up to 23-area-focusing) on the recording screen. ● Focus is fixed to [ ] (1-area-focusing) during motion picture recording. ● Cannot set to [ ] (23-area-focusing) in the following[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with Auto Focus VQT5B76 - 99 - ■ Changing the position and size of the AF area When [AF Mode] is set to [ ] (1-area-focusing), you can change the position or size of the AF area at the center . If you performing any of the following operations, the screen will switch to the settings menu. • When [ ] is sele[...]

Application (Record) T aking close-up pictures (Macro recording) VQT5B76 - 100 - When you want to enlarge the subject, setting to [AF Macro] ( ) enables you to take pictures at an even closer distance than the normal focus range (up to 1 cm (0.033 feet) for max. Wide). Press [AF/AF /MF] Press to select [AF Macro] ( ) and press [MENU/SET] display ?[...]

Application (Record) T aking close-up pictures (Macro recording) VQT5B76 - 101 - Focus range When a subject is too close to the camera, the picture may not be properly focused. The shortest recording distance differs depending on the zoom ratio and [Focus] setting. ■ Shortest recording distance The shortest recording distance is the distance from[...]

Application (Record) T aking close-up pictures (Macro recording) VQT5B76 - 102 - [Macro Zoom] T o take even larger images of the subject, setting to [Macro Zoom] ( ) enables the subject to appear even larger than when using [AF Macro] ( ). Press [AF/AF /MF] Press to select [Macro Zoom] ( ) and press [MENU/SET] Adjust the magnification with the zoom[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with Manual Focus VQT5B76 - 103 - Manual Focus is convenient when you want to lock the focus to take pictures or when it is difficult to adjust focus using Auto Focus. Press [AF/AF /MF] Press to select [MF] and press [MENU/SET] display Press the rear dial to set [MF] to a selected state • Enabled operation wi[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with Manual Focus VQT5B76 - 104 - ■ MF assist When [MF Assist] in the [Setup] menu is [ON] and you perform the Manual Focus operation, an enlarged display appears. • Shortly after you stop operating Manual Focus, the display switches to normal. ● T o change the position of an enlarged display Press [MENU/[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures by locking the focus and/or exposure [AF/AE LOCK] VQT5B76 - 105 - The AF/AE Lock function is convenient, for example, when there is too much contrast with the subject and you cannot get appropriate exposure (AE Lock) or when you want to take a still picture composed with the subject outside the AF area (AF Lock[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures by locking the focus and/or exposure [AF/AE LOCK] VQT5B76 - 106 - ■ AF/AE Lock switching By using [AF/AE Lock] in the recording menu, you can set whether to lock focus and/or exposure. [AF] Only the focus is locked. • [AFL] is displayed when the subject comes into focus. [AE] Only the exposure is locked. ?[...]

Application (Record) Using the function button VQT5B76 - 107 - Y ou can assign the recording function, etc. to the function buttons. Press the buttons to instantly access assigned functions. * * T o use as the function button, set [AF/AE LOCK / Fn1] in the [Setup] menu to [Fn1]. (→62) Select [Fn Button Set] from the [Setup] menu (→57) Press to [...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures by setting the aperture value [Aperture-Priority] Mode VQT5B76 - 108 - When recording, you can control the aperture value to meet your recording purposes. Shutter speed is automatically adjusted to be appropriate for the set aperture value. Set mode dial to [ ] Rotate the rear dial to set the aperture value Abo[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures by setting the shutter speed [Shutter-Priority] Mode VQT5B76 - 109 - When recording, you can control the shutter speed to meet your recording purposes. Aperture is automatically adjusted to be appropriate for the set shutter speed. Set mode dial to [ ] Rotate the rear dial to set the shutter speed About the exp[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed [Manual Exposure] Mode VQT5B76 - 1 10 - Y ou can use this recording mode to set the desired shutter speed and aperture value when you want to take pictures using the same exposure (same combination of shutter speed and aperture value) or when you cannot obtain pic[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures by setting the aperture value and shutter speed [Manual Exposure] Mode VQT5B76 - 1 1 1 - ■ Manual exposure assist (estimate) Shows pictures with standard brightness. Shows brighter pictures. For standard brightness, either use a faster shutter speed or increase aperture value. Shows darker pictures. For stand[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT5B76 - 1 12 - Y ou can select your own settings from various effects and take pictures while confirming these effects on the LCD monitor . Set mode dial to [ ] Press to select an effect, and then press [MENU/SET] Preview screen • If you press the [DISP[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT5B76 - 1 13 - ■ Adjusting the brightness, background defocusing condition, setting conditions of a selected effect, etc. Press the rear dial • The adjustment screen is displayed. Press to select an item to adjust Adjusts the brightness. Adjusts backg[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT5B76 - 1 14 - For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→1 12) [Expressive] This picture effect creates a pop art style picture that enhances the color . ■ Items that can be set (→1 13) Brightness Underexposure (darker) Overexposure (bri[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT5B76 - 1 15 - For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→1 12) [High Key] This picture effect creates a brighter and lighter toned appearance for the entire picture. ■ Items that can be set (→1 13) Brightness Underexposure (darker) Overe[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT5B76 - 1 16 - For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→1 12) [Dynamic Monochrome] This picture effect creates a monochromatic picture with a higher contrast and more dramatic atmosphere. ■ Items that can be set (→1 13) Brightness Under[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT5B76 - 1 17 - For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→1 12) [Cross Process] This picture effect creates a unique atmosphere with surprising colors. ■ Items that can be set (→1 13) Brightness Underexposure (darker) Overexposure (bright[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT5B76 - 1 18 - For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→1 12) [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama. ■ Items that can be set (→1 13) Brightness Underexposure (darker) Overexposure (bri[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT5B76 - 1 19 - For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→1 12) [Soft Focus] This picture effect creates a soft appearance by intentionally blurring the entire picture. ■ Items that can be set (→1 13) Brightness Underexposure (darker) Ove[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures with different picture effects [Creative Control] mode VQT5B76 - 120 - For the [Creative Control] menu setting procedures. (→1 12) [One Point Color] This picture effect creates a monochromatic picture by retaining the color you selected only , and adds memorable emphasis to it. ■ Items that can be set (→1[...]

Application (Record) Recording panorama pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode VQT5B76 - 121 - Y ou can easily record a panorama picture by panning the camera towards the direction you want to record, and automatically combining the burst of pictures taken during that time. Set mode dial to [ ] • The recording direction is set as “left → right” and [...]

Application (Record) Recording panorama pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode VQT5B76 - 122 - Setting the recording direction and picture effect Y ou can change the recording direction, or add picture effect same as in [Creative Control] mode to take panorama pictures. Press (in [Panorama Shot] Mode) Press to select the recording direction and then press [[...]

Application (Record) Recording panorama pictures [Panorama Shot] Mode VQT5B76 - 123 - ● The zoom position is fixed to the W end. ● [Stabilizer] does not work. ● The focus, exposure and White Balance are all fixed to optimal values for the first picture. If the focusing or brightness of pictures recorded as part of a Panorama picture after the[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT5B76 - 124 - Using [Scene Mode] enables you to take pictures with optimum settings (exposure, coloring, etc.) for given scenes. Set mode dial to [ ] Press to select the Scene Mode and then press [MENU/SET] • If you press the [DISP .] button, an explanation of the scene m[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT5B76 - 125 - • How to select a scene (→124) [Portrait] Improves the skin tone of subjects for a healthier appearance in bright daylight conditions. ■ Tips • The more the zoom is drawn towards T side and a distant background is selected, the greater the effect will [...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT5B76 - 126 - • How to select a scene (→124) [Panning] When you move the camera to follow a subject moving in one direction such as a runner or car , the background becomes a blur and the subject stays focused. This effect is called “panning”. This mode allows you t[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT5B76 - 127 - • How to select a scene (→124) [Night Portrait] T akes pictures of people and nightscapes with close to actual brightness. ■ Tips • Use flash. • Ask the subject not to move while taking a picture. • Tripod, self-timer recommended. ● Shutter speed[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT5B76 - 128 - • How to select a scene (→124) [Handheld Night Shot] T akes clear still pictures of night scenes with less jitter and less noise by combining a burst of still pictures. ■ Tips • After the shutter button has been pressed, do not move the camera during t[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT5B76 - 129 - • How to select a scene (→124) [Baby] This takes pictures of a baby with a healthy complexion. When you use the flash, the light from it is weaker than usual. ■ T o record age and name [Baby1] and [Baby2] can be set separately . Press to select [Age] or [...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT5B76 - 130 - • How to select a scene (→124) [High Sens.] Prevents blurring of subject in dark, indoor conditions. Press to select the aspect ratio and the picture size and press [MENU/SET] ■ Settings: 3 M / 2.5 M / 2 M / 2.5 M [Starry Sky] Records starry skies and da[...]

Application (Record) T aking pictures according to the scene [Scene Mode] VQT5B76 - 131 - • How to select a scene (→124) [3D Photo Mode] Pictures are recorded continuously while moving the camera horizontally , and two pictures selected automatically are combined to make a single 3D picture. T o view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D i[...]

Application (Record) Recording motion pictures with manual operation [Creative Video Mode] VQT5B76 - 132 - It is possible to manually change the aperture and shutter speed and record motion pictures. Switching the [Creative Video] setting allows you to use settings such as those when mode dial is switched to [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ]. Set mode dial to [...]

Application (Record) Recording motion pictures with manual operation [Creative Video Mode] VQT5B76 - 133 - ● About aperture value T o record motion pictures with a sharp focus on both subject and background, set the aperture value to a higher number . T o record motion pictures with a defocused background, set a lower number . ● About the shutt[...]

Application (Record) Register your own settings and record [Custom] Mode VQT5B76 - 134 - Registering your preferred recording mode, [Rec] menu settings, etc. to [Cust.Set Mem.] and setting the mode dial to [ ] allows you to switch quickly to those settings. [Cust.Set Mem.] Up to 3 current camera settings can be registered. Select the recording mode[...]

Application (Record) Register your own settings and record [Custom] Mode VQT5B76 - 135 - [Custom] Settings registered in [Cust.Set Mem.] can be quickly called up by setting the mode dial to [ ]. Set mode dial to [ ] ([Custom] mode) Press to select custom set and press [MENU/SET] The camera switches to the recording mode and settings of the selected[...]

Application (Record) Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] VQT5B76 - 136 - Default [Face Recog.] setting is [OFF]. When the face pictures are registered, the setting will be [ON] automatically . ■ How the Face Recognition function works During recording (When [AF Mode] is [ ] (Face Detection)) • The camera recognizes a regi[...]

Application (Record) Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] VQT5B76 - 137 - Registering face pictures Up to 6 people’s face pictures can be registered along with such information as name and birthdate. Y ou can facilitate Face Recognition by the way you register faces: for example, register multiple face pictures of the same p[...]

Application (Record) Recording with the Face Recognition function [Face Recog.] VQT5B76 - 138 - ■ Recording tips when registering face pictures • Make sure the subject’s eyes are open and mouth closed; have the subject face the camera directly , and make sure the outline of the face, the eyes and eyebrows are not hidden by hair . • Make sur[...]

Application (Record) Entering T ext VQT5B76 - 139 - Use the cursor button to enter names with the Face Recognition function and in Scene Modes [Baby] and [Pet], or to register locations in [T ravel Date] etc. Press to select characters Press [MENU/SET] several times until the desired character is displayed Cursor position T ext is inserted at the c[...]

Application (Record) Useful features for travel VQT5B76 - 140 - [T ravel Date] If you set your travel schedule and record pictures, the day of your trip on which the picture was taken will be recorded. Select [T ravel Date] from the [Setup] menu (→57) Press to select [T ravel Setup] and then press Press to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET] P[...]

Application (Record) Useful features for travel VQT5B76 - 141 - [World T ime] Set the recording date and time with the local time at your destination. Select [World T ime] from the [Setup] menu (→57) Press to select [Home] or [Destination] and then press [MENU/SET] • Set [Home] first thing after purchasing. [Destination] can be set after settin[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT5B76 - 142 - Y ou can perform settings such as Aspect Ratio and Picture Size. • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Photo Style] Y ou can adjust the colors and picture quality according to the concept of the picture that you want to create. ■ Settings [Standard] This is the standard sett[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT5B76 - 143 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Aspect Ratio] Set the aspect ratio of still pictures. ■ Settings: / / / ● Edges may be cut off when printing – be sure to check in advance. (→218) ● Cannot be set in the following case. • [3D Photo Mode] ([Scene Mode]) [Picture[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT5B76 - 144 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Quality] Set quality of picture. ■ Settings [Fine] Gives priority to picture quality and saves pictures in JPEG file format. [Standard] Saves pictures in JPEG file format using standard picture quality . [RA W+Fine] Saves pictures in JPE[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT5B76 - 145 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [ISO Limit Set] Y ou can set the upper limit of ISO Sensitivity when [Sensitivity] is set to [AUTO] or [ ]. ■ Settings: [AUTO] / [200] / [400] / [800] / [1600] / [3200] ● This function is disabled during motion picture recording. (Excep[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT5B76 - 146 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Face Recog.] For details (→136) . [AF Mode] For details (→95) . [AF Style] Select how the focus is adjusted when taking a still picture. Y ou can set whether or not to lock the focus on a moving subject. ■ Settings Settings The movem[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT5B76 - 147 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Quick AF] As long as the camera is held steady , the camera will automatically adjust the focus and focus adjustment will then be quicker when the shutter is pressed. This is useful when you do not want to miss a picture-taking opportunity[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT5B76 - 148 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Metering Mode] T ype of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed. ■ Settings [Metering Mode] Brightness measurement position Conditions [Multi Metering] Whole screen Normal usage (produces balanced pictures) [Center Weigh[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT5B76 - 149 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Min. Shtr Speed] Sets the minimum value for the shutter speed. We recommend using slower shutter speeds to take brighter pictures in dark locations. Also, you can set it faster to reduce the blur of the subject. ■ Settings: [AUTO] [1/250[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT5B76 - 150 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Stabilizer] Automatically detects and prevents jitter . ■ Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ■ Active Mode When recording motion pictures, “Active Mode” (stabilizer for motion pictures) will automatically function. This decreases the jitter of[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT5B76 - 151 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [AF Assist Lamp] Illuminates lamp when dark to facilitate focus alignment. • The AF Assist Lamp has an ef fective distance of 1.5 m (4.9 feet). ■ Settings [ON] Lamp illuminated with halfway press of shutter button ([ ] appears) [OFF] La[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT5B76 - 152 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Flash Synchro] Y ou can set the timing for firing the flash depending on the picture that you want to create. ■ Settings: [1ST] / [2ND] Flash firing timing chart [1ST] is set Elapsed time [2ND] is set The picture is taken (shutter is ope[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT5B76 - 153 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Flash Adjust.] Y ou can adjust the intensity of the flash when you take a picture of a small subject, or when the flash reflectance is extremely high or low . ■ Settings: -2 EV to +2 EV (unit: 1/3 EV) When you do not want to adjust the i[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT5B76 - 154 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Color Mode] For details (→39) . [Motion Deblur] For details (→40) . [iHandheld Nite Shot] For details (→40) . [iHDR] For details (→41) . [Conversion] With the optional conversion lenses, you can record even more faraway pictures an[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT5B76 - 155 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Auto Bracket] Records 3 pictures in continuous succession while exposure is changed automatically . After exposure adjustment, the adjustment value is set as the standard. Press to set the compensation range of the exposure and then press [...]

Application (Record) Using the [Rec] menu VQT5B76 - 156 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Date Stamp] Still pictures can be taken with the recording date and time stamped on the still picture. ■ Settings: [W/O TIME] / [WITH TIME] / [OFF] ● Do not request date printing in store or make date printing on printer for still pict[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Motion Picture] menu VQT5B76 - 157 - Y ou can select the recording mode and picture quality and other settings. ● In Creative Video Mode, the settable [Rec] menu will be displayed in the [Motion Picture] menu. ● The [Motion Picture] menu is not displayed in the following cases. • [3D Photo Mode] ([Scene Mode]) [...]

Application (Record) Using the [Motion Picture] menu VQT5B76 - 158 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Rec Quality] Sets the picture quality of the motion picture that is recorded. ■ Settings [A VCHD] in [Rec Format] Item Picture size fps * Bit rate [FSH] 1920×1080 60i Approx. 17 Mbps [SH] 1280×720 60p Approx. 17 Mbps * The s[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Motion Picture] menu VQT5B76 - 159 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Continuous AF] Either allow the focus to be constantly adjusted during motion picture recording, or fix the focus position at the start of recording. ■ Settings [ON] [OFF]: Fix focus position at the start of motion picture rec[...]

Application (Record) Using the [Motion Picture] menu VQT5B76 - 160 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Zoom Mic] Coupled to the zoom operation, it will clearly record far sounds with tele, and surrounding sounds with wide. ■ Settings: [ON] / [OFF] ● When set to [ON] and performing zoom, the operation sound may be recorded enh[...]

Application (View) Changing the picture information display , etc. VQT5B76 - 161 - Application (View) Y ou can disable the display of picture information (file number, etc.) and recording information (settings used for recording, etc.) when a picture is played back. Press [DISP .] button to change display Has picture information (recording date and[...]

Application (View) Different playback methods [Playback Mode] VQT5B76 - 162 - Recorded pictures can be played back in a variety of ways. T o change the Playback Mode, refer to and perform the following steps. Press [MENU/SET] in playback mode Press Press to select the Playback Mode and press [MENU/SET] [2D/3D Settings] Switches the output format be[...]

Application (View) Different playback methods [Playback Mode] VQT5B76 - 163 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Slide Show] Automatically play pictures in order . Recommended when viewing on TV screen. Press to select the playback method and press [MENU/SET] [All] Play all. [Picture Only] Plays back still pictures. [Video Only] P[...]

Application (View) Different playback methods [Playback Mode] VQT5B76 - 164 - ■ Changing the slide show settings Y ou can change the settings for slide show playback by selecting [Effect] or [Setup] on the slide show menu screen. [Effect] (Select music and effects according to picture atmosphere) [AUTO] (only available with [Category Selection] s[...]

Application (View) Different playback methods [Playback Mode] VQT5B76 - 165 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Filtering Play] Y ou can select and display pictures that you want to play back, for example, pictures in any category or your favorite pictures. Press to select the playback method and press [MENU/SET] [Picture Only] P[...]

Application (View) Different playback methods [Playback Mode] VQT5B76 - 166 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Calendar] Select the date from the calendar screen to view only the pictures taken on that day . (→52)[...]

Application (View) Retouching pictures VQT5B76 - 167 - [Auto Retouch] Y ou can adjust the color and brightness of a still picture to bring them into balance. • New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Auto Retouch]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or memory card. • Example p[...]

Application (View) Retouching pictures VQT5B76 - 168 - [Creative Retouch] Y ou can retouch recorded still pictures by selecting the effect that you want to apply . • New pictures are created after editing pictures with [Creative Retouch]. Before starting to edit, make sure that there is enough free space in the built-in memory or memory card. Sel[...]

Application (View) Retouching pictures VQT5B76 - 169 - Setting Effect [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama. [Soft Focus] This picture effect creates a soft appearance by intentionally blurring the entire picture. [Star Filter] This picture effect creates a picture with the light from the light so[...]

Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT5B76 - 170 - Y ou can specify picture protection, resizing, print settings, and other settings for pictures you have taken. • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) • The setting methods vary depending on the menu item. ● In the following cases, new pictures are created after they have [...]

Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT5B76 - 171 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [T ext Stamp] Y ou can stamp the recording date/time, name, location, Travel Date or title onto the recorded pictures. Press to select [Single] or [Multi] and then press [MENU/SET] Select a still picture ● [Single] Press to select a st[...]

Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT5B76 - 172 - ■ Items that can be stamped [Shooting Date] [W/O TIME]: Stamp recording date [WITH TIME]: Stamp recording date and time [Name] : Stamp name registered in Face Recognition : Stamp name registered in [Baby] or [Pet] [Location] Stamp location registered in [Setup] menu’s [T ravel Date] [[...]

Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT5B76 - 173 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Video Divide] A single motion picture can be split into 2 parts. This is convenient when you want to keep just the necessary scenes, or if you wish to delete unnecessary scenes to increase free space on your card, such as when traveling[...]

Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT5B76 - 174 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Resize] Picture size can be reduced to facilitate e-mail attachment and use in web pages, etc. (Still pictures recorded at the smallest recording pixel level cannot be further reduced.) ■ [Single] Press to select [Single] and press [M[...]

Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT5B76 - 175 - ■ [Multi] Press to select [Multi] and press [MENU/SET] Press to select the size, and then press [MENU/SET] Press to select a still picture and press [DISP .] button (up to 50 pictures) Number of pixels before/after resizing Resize setting • T o cancel → Press [DISP .] button again. [...]

Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT5B76 - 176 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Cropping] Enlarge your still pictures and crop unwanted areas. Press to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] Select area to crop and press [MENU/SET] Expand Change position • Confirmation screen is displayed. If you select [Y[...]

Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT5B76 - 177 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Leveling] Slight slanting in the still picture can be corrected. Press to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET] Press to adjust the skewed angle of view and then press [MENU/SET] • Confirmation screen is displayed. If you sele[...]

Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT5B76 - 178 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Favorite] By labeling your favorite pictures with a star ( ), you can play back your favorite pictures only , or you can delete all pictures except your favorites. Up to 999 pictures can be set as favorites. Press to select [Single] or [...]

Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT5B76 - 179 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Print Set] Picture/picture no./date printing settings can be made for when printing with DPOF print- compatible shops or printers. (Ask at the shop to check for compatibility .) When you want to use a photo printing store to print pictu[...]

Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT5B76 - 180 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Protect] Y ou can set protection for pictures you do not want to be deleted by mistake. Press to select [Single] or [Multi] and then press [MENU/SET] Press to select picture and press [MENU/SET] ● [Single] Picture protected ● [Multi[...]

Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT5B76 - 181 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Face Rec Edit] Edit or delete the recognition information for pictures with mistaken Face Recognition. Press to select [REPLACE] or [DELETE] and then press [MENU/SET] Press to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET] Press to select[...]

Application (View) Using the [Playback] menu VQT5B76 - 182 - • For the setting procedures of the menu. (→57) [Copy] Y ou can copy pictures between built-in memory and memory card. Press to select the copy destination and then press [MENU/SET] : Copy all pictures from built-in memory to card. : Copy 1 picture at a time from card to built-in memo[...]

Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen VQT5B76 - 183 - Connecting with other devices Y ou can view pictures on a TV screen by connecting your camera to your TV with the HDMI mini cable or A V cable (optional). ● Also consult TV operating manual. Preparation: • Set [TV Aspect] to connect your camera to a TV using the A V cable (optio[...]

Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen VQT5B76 - 184 - ■ T o connect with an HDMI mini cable An HDMI mini cable can be used to enable viewing of still and motion pictures in high resolution. Check the plug direction and insert it straight in. (If the cable is inserted in the wrong direction, the plug could become deformed and cause fa[...]

Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen VQT5B76 - 185 - VIERA Link (HDMI) (HDA VI Control™) What is VIERA Link (HDMI)? ● VIERA Link is a function that automatically links this camera to VIERA Link- compatible devices by connecting HDMI mini cables for enabling easy operation with the VIERA remote control. (Some operations are not ava[...]

Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen VQT5B76 - 186 - ■ Other related operations ● Turning the unit OFF The camera can also be turned off when the television is turned of f with the remote control. ● Automatic input select • T elevision input automatically switches to the camera screen if you press the Playback button while the[...]

Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen VQT5B76 - 187 - Viewing 3D still pictures If you connect this camera to a 3D-capable TV , and play back still pictures that you recorded in 3D, you can enjoy impressive 3D still pictures on the TV . If a 3D-capable TV has an SD card slot, you can play back 3D still pictures that you recorded by ins[...]

Connecting with other devices Viewing on TV screen VQT5B76 - 188 - ● Viewing 3D still pictures too close to a TV may cause eyestrain. ● When an image is not suitable for 3D viewing (due to excessive parallax, etc.) • During Slide Show playback: The image is displayed in 2D. • During [Filtering Play]: A message appears confirming whether to [...]

Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC VQT5B76 - 189 - Still/motion pictures can be copied from the camera to your computer by connecting the two together . • Some computers can read directly from the camera’s memory card. For details, see the manual for your computer . • If your computer does [...]

Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC VQT5B76 - 190 - About supplied software The supplied CD-ROM contains the following software. Install the software on your computer before using. ■ PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.2 AE Y ou can capture still pictures or motion pictures to your PC, or organize captured picture[...]

Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC VQT5B76 - 191 - ■ LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version (Windows 8 / 7 / V ista / XP) LoiLoScope is a video editing software that draws out the full power of your PC. Creating videos is as easy as organizing cards on top of a desk. Use your music, picture and v[...]

Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC VQT5B76 - 192 - Downloading SILKYPIX Developer Studio This software develops and edits RA W file pictures. Edited pictures can be saved in a file format such as JPEG or TIFF that can be displayed on a PC, etc. ■ Download procedure Download SILKYPIX Developer S[...]

Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC VQT5B76 - 193 - Connect camera to computer • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). Using cables other than the above may cause a malfunction. Press on the camera to[...]

Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC VQT5B76 - 194 - ■ Copying to your computer without using “PHOTOfunSTUDIO” (except A VCHD motion pictures) Y ou can save pictures to use on your computer by dragging and dropping folders and files into separate folders on your computer . Directory structure[...]

Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures on your PC VQT5B76 - 195 - ■ For PTP mode The camera can be connected to your computer even if [USB Mode] (→70) is set to [PictBridge(PTP)]. • Only picture output can be performed. • If you cannot connect to your PC in PTP mode, set [USB Mode] to [PC] and reconnect[...]

Connecting with other devices Keeping the still pictures and motion pictures in the recorder VQT5B76 - 196 - Follow the correct method for your device. Copy by inserting the SD card into the recorder Y ou can copy pictures using Panasonic equipment (such as Blu-ray disc recorders) with support for each file format. • See the instruction manual fo[...]

Connecting with other devices Printing VQT5B76 - 197 - Preparation: • When printing pictures from the built-in memory , remove any memory cards. • Adjust the print quality or other settings on your printer , as needed. • Turn on the camera and printer . Connect camera to printer • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the suppli[...]

Connecting with other devices Printing VQT5B76 - 198 - Selecting a single picture and printing it Press to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET] Press to select [Print start] and then press [MENU/SET] (Print settings (→199) ) Selecting multiple pictures and printing them Press to select [Multi Print] Press to select an item and then press [...]

Connecting with other devices Printing VQT5B76 - 199 - Print Settings Setting options include the number of printed pictures and their size. Make settings before selecting [Print start]. Press to select the item and press Press to select setting and press [MENU/SET] ● T o print to paper sizes/layouts not supported by this camera, set to [ ] and m[...]

Connecting with other devices Printing VQT5B76 - 200 - ■ [Paper Size] Settings on the printer are prioritized. [L/3.5″×5″] 89 mm×127 mm [2L/5″×7″] 127 mm×178 mm [POSTCARD] 100 mm×148 mm [16:9] 101.6 mm×180.6 mm [A4] 210 mm×297 mm [A3] 297 mm×420 mm [10×15cm] 100 mm×150 mm [4″×6″] 101.6 mm×152.4 mm [8″×10″] 203.2 mm×2[...]

Connecting with other devices Printing VQT5B76 - 201 - Print with date and text ■ Printing date without [T ext Stamp] ● Printing in store: Only recording date can be printed. Request date printing in store. • Making [Print Set] (→179) settings on the camera in advance allows settings for numbers of copies and date printing to be designated [...]

Others Optional accessories VQT5B76 - 202 - Others Conversion Lens (optional) With the optional conversion lenses, you can record even more faraway pictures and take close-up pictures of smaller subjects. Preparations: Remove the lens cap. Attach the lens adaptor • Rotate the lens adaptor slowly and carefully . Lens adaptor (DMW-LA8: optional) T [...]

Others Optional accessories VQT5B76 - 203 - ● Lens adaptor (optional) is needed to use the conversion lens. ● MC protector (optional) or ND filters (optional) cannot be used together with the conversion lens. Remove them before attaching the conversion lens. ● Do not use with anything other than DMW-LC55 or DMW -L T55. ● When there is dirt [...]

Others Optional accessories VQT5B76 - 204 - Protector/Filter (optional) The MC protector (DMW-LMCH55: optional) is a transparent filter which af fects neither the colors nor the amount of light, so it can always be used to protect the camera’s lens. The ND filter (DMW-LNDH55: optional) reduces the amount of light to approximately 1/8th (equal to [...]

Others Optional accessories VQT5B76 - 205 - External Flash (optional) After attaching the external flash (DMW-FL220, DMW -FL360, DMW-FL360L, DMW - FL500: optional), the effective range will be increased when compared to the camera’ s built in flash. Preparations: T urn off the camera and close the built-in flash. Attach the dedicated flash to the[...]

Others Optional accessories VQT5B76 - 206 - ● Y ou can set the aperture value, the shutter speed and the ISO sensitivity on the camera even when attaching the external flash. ● Some commercial external flashes have synchro terminals with high-voltage or reversed polarity . Using such extra flashes may cause a malfunction or the camera may not o[...]

Others Optional accessories VQT5B76 - 207 - AC adaptor (optional)/DC coupler (optional) The AC adaptor (optional) can only be used with the designated Panasonic DC coupler (optional). The AC adaptor (optional) cannot be used by itself. Preparations: T urn this unit off and confirm that the lens barrel is retracted. Pull open the card/battery door a[...]

Others List of LCD monitor/Viewfinder displays VQT5B76 - 208 - Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary . In recording 1 Custom Settings (→134) 2 Photo style (→142) Color Mode (→39) : Creative control adjustment display (→1 13) 3 Zoom Microphone (→160) 4 Flash Mode (→79) Flash output adjustment (→153) 5 Record[...]

Others List of LCD monitor/Viewfinder displays VQT5B76 - 209 - Screens shown here are only examples. The actual display may vary . In playback 1 Playback Mode (→162) 2 Protected picture (→180) 3 Favorites (→178) 4 Date/T ext stamped display (→156, 171) 5 Photo style (→142) Color Mode (→39) 6 After Auto Retouch (→167) After Creative Re[...]

Others Message displays VQT5B76 - 210 - The following explains the meaning of major messages displayed on the LCD monitor or viewfinder , and how to respond to them. [Some pictures cannot be deleted] [This picture cannot be deleted] ● Non-DCF pictures (→49) cannot be deleted. → Save needed data on a computer or other device, and then use [For[...]

Others Message displays VQT5B76 - 21 1 - [Memory Card Error] [Memory card parameter error] [This memory card cannot be used] ● Use a card compatible with this unit. - SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB) - SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB) - SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB) [Read Error] / [Write Error] [Please check the card] ● It has failed to read or [...]

Others Q&A T roubleshooting VQT5B76 - 212 - T ry checking these items (→212 - 220) first. If the problem persists, performing [Reset] in the [Setup] menu may resolve the issue (→70) . (Note that except for some items such as [Clock Set], all settings are returned to their values at the time of purchase.) Battery , power Camera does not work[...]

Others Q&A Troubleshooting VQT5B76 - 213 - Recording Cannot record pictures. ● Built-in memory/card is full. → Free space by deleting unwanted pictures (→55) . ● Y ou may not be able to record for a short while after turning this unit on when using a large capacity card. Recorded pictures look white. ● Lens is dirty (fingerprints, etc[...]

Others Q&A Troubleshooting VQT5B76 - 214 - Recording (continued) Brightness or coloring of recorded picture different from real life. ● When recording under fluorescent or LED lighting fixture etc., increasing the shutter speed may introduce slight changes to brightness and color . These are a result of the characteristics of the light source[...]

Others Q&A Troubleshooting VQT5B76 - 215 - Lens Recorded image may be warped, or nonexistent color is surrounding the subject. ● It is possible that the subject may be warped slightly , or the borders get colored, depending on the zoom magnification, due to the characteristics of the lens. Also, the peripherals of the image might look warped [...]

Others Q&A Troubleshooting VQT5B76 - 216 - Flash No flash emitted. ● Is the flash closed? (→78) ● The flash becomes unavailable in the following cases: • [Auto Bracket] • [Burst] (Excluding [ ] ([Flash Burst])) • Scene Modes ([Scenery], [Night Scenery], [Handheld Night Shot], [HDR], [Sunset], [Starry Sky], [Glass Through], [3D Photo[...]

Others Q&A Troubleshooting VQT5B76 - 217 - Playback (continued) [Thumbnail is displayed] is shown on the screen. ● The pictures may have been recorded on another device. If so, they may be displayed with poor picture quality . Blacken red areas of recorded pictures. ● When digital red-eye correction ([ ], [ ]) is operating, if a subject is [...]

Others Q&A Troubleshooting VQT5B76 - 218 - TV , computer , printer (continued) VIERA Link (HDMI) is not working. ● Is the HDMI mini cable connected correctly? (→184) → Check that the HDMI mini cable is fully inserted. → Press the Playback button of the camera. ● Is the camera’s [VIERA Link] setting set to [ON]? (→71) → The input[...]

Others Q&A Troubleshooting VQT5B76 - 219 - Others Menu not displayed in desired language. ● Change [Language] setting (→73) . Camera rattles if shaken. ● In the following cases, there is no problem with the camera, so do not worry . → There is a rattling sound when the camera is shaken while this unit is turned off or during playback mo[...]

Others Q&A Troubleshooting VQT5B76 - 220 - Others (continued) Zooming stops instantaneously . ● When using the Extended Optical Zoom, the zooming action will stop temporarily . This is not a malfunction. Zoom does not reach the maximum ratio. ● If the zoom ratio stops at 3 x, [Macro Zoom] has been set. (→102) File numbers are not recorded[...]

Others Usage cautions and notes VQT5B76 - 221 - When in use ● Camera may become warm if used for long periods of time, but this is not a fault. ● Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use this unit on top of or near a TV , the pictures and/or sound on t[...]

Others Usage cautions and notes VQT5B76 - 222 - When not using for a while ● Always remove the battery and the card from the camera. ● If the battery is left inserted in the camera, it will discharge even if the camera is turned off. If the battery continues to be left in the camera, it will discharge excessively and may become unusable even if[...]

Others Usage cautions and notes VQT5B76 - 223 - About charging the battery ● The time required for charging varies depending on conditions of battery usage. Charging takes longer at high or low temperatures and when the battery has not been used in some time. ● Battery will be warm during charging and for some time thereafter . ● Battery will[...]

Others Usage cautions and notes VQT5B76 - 224 - About 3D viewing ● Anyone who is hypersensitive to light, suffers from heart disease or is otherwise unwell should avoid viewing 3D pictures. • Viewing 3D pictures may have an adverse effect to the individual. ● If you feel tired, uncomfortable or otherwise strange when viewing 3D pictures, stop[...]

Others Usage cautions and notes VQT5B76 - 225 - • SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. • HDA VI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • “A VCHD” and the [...]

Others Usage cautions and notes VQT5B76 - 226 - This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation, and/or (3) open source software The software categorized as (3) is distributed in the hope that it wi[...]